Red Cross Urges Families and Communities to Prepare During Swine Flu Outbreak

Washing Hands, Recognizing Symptoms Key to Prevent Spread

WASHINGTON, Thursday, April 30, 2009-Washing hands and paying close attention to symptoms of illness are just some of the things the public can to do help reduce the risk from the swine flu (H1N1) outbreak, the American Red Cross said today. "This is a serious situation that has the potential to spread, and it is a good time for families, businesses and organizations to follow good public health practices and to review and update their preparedness plans," said Scott Conner, Senior Vice President of Preparedness and Health & Safety Services at the American Red Cross. "Taking steps to prepare for potential emergencies in advance can go a long way in making families feel safer." The American Red Cross urges the public to remember these simple actions: • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are also effective when soap and water aren't available. • Cover your n…… Read More

Red Cross Moving Supplies and Volunteers as Fargo Races Against Floodwaters

Red Cross Moving Supplies and Volunteers as Fargo Races Against Floodwaters Additional people and equipment arriving in North Dakota today WASHINGTON, March 25, 2009 - As North Dakota residents prepare to fight potentially record flooding, the American Red Cross is digging in with them and getting ready for what could be a long disaster relief operation. The Red Cross is in a race against the clock to move food, workers, cots and blankets into Fargo before the floodwaters on the Red River crest as early as the end of this week. “This disaster is not a surprise; it has been coming and…… Read More

President Obama Names March "Red Cross Month"

President Obama Signs 2009 Proclamation Naming March "Red Cross Month"

WASHINGTON, Friday, February 27, 2009 - March has officially been declared Red Cross Month by order of a Presidential Proclamation signed by President Barack Obama today, marking the 66th time the month of March has been celebrated in honor of the organization. The proclamation reads, in part: The Red Cross has continued to serve those suffering from large- and small-scale disasters. The organization is best known for its work helping communities deal with major disasters such as hurricane…… Read More

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American Red Cross Social Media Releases

Remember to Send "Holiday Mail For Heroes" And Thank a Service Member this Thanksgiving
Remember to Send "Holiday Mail For Heroes" And Thank a Service Member this Thanksgiving… Read More
"Holiday Mail for Heroes" to Deliver One Million Cards to Service Members and Families
Help the Red Cross send 1 million cards to the military around the world! http://tinyurl.com/5nmleu for details… Read More
Shelters Open to Assist California Wildfire Evacuees
Red Cross Throws Open Shelter Doors To Wildfire Evacuees in Los Angeles area… Read More
Survey Finds Concerns About Economy May Increase Incidence of Home Fires This Winter
Red Cross, NFPA find economic concerns may increase number of home fires as people look for cheap heat this winter… Read More
Coinstar Supports Red Cross Efforts to Bolster Disaster Relief Fund
U can now donate to the Red Cross through Coinstar! Help the Disaster Relief Fund with your loose change!… Read More
American Red Cross Asks Social Networkers to Help Disaster Victims
On Fri Sept 19, 2008 join the Red Cross online and support disaster victims through social media… Read More
RED CROSS IN TEXAS AS HURRICANE IKE ROARS ASHORE
Red Cross Shelters 20,000 overnight as Ike hits Texas… Read More
American Red Cross Sends Relief to Cuba
Red Cross Sending $1mill to Cuba for Ike/ Gustav relief (had to get special permission to do this) Tnx govt!… Read More
NFL Teams to Support Red Cross Text2HELP Donation Program
R U ready 4 some football? NFL wants viewers to help the Red Cross-text "GIVE" to 24357 (2HELP) this weekend.… Read More
American Red Cross Launches National Fundraising Campaign
Red Cross Raising $100 Million--Visit www.redcross.org or text "GIVE" to "2HELP" (24357) to donate.… Read More
RED CROSS RACING ROARS INTO RICHMOND
Red Cross Racing hits Richmond this weekend; Biffle to sign autographs for lucky fans … Read More
WIRELESS SUBSCRIBERS CAN TEXT 2HELP THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
WIRELESS SUBSCRIBERS CAN TEXT 2HELP THE AMERICAN RED CROSS… Read More
Red Cross Encourages Evacuees to Register as Safe and Well
If you or your loved ones are in potentially affected areas, register on the Safe and Well site at RedCross.org… Read More
Early Preparation for Gustav Can Relieve Anxiety People May Face
Red Cross urges those in the potentially affected areas to prepare now--don't wait to see where the storm hits.… Read More
AMERICAN RED CROSS MOVES PEOPLE AND SUPPLIES TO GULF COAST REGION
RED CROSS preparing to help residents in path of Gustav… Read More

About American Red Cross

Help people affected by disasters like the current floods, by donating to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. On those rare occasions when donations exceed Red Cross expenses for a specific disaster, contributions are used to prepare for and serve victims of other disasters. Your gift enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to victims of all disasters. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish). Contributions to the Disaster Relief Fund may be sent to your local American Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross, P. O. Box 37243, Washington, D.C., 20013. Internet users can make a secure online contribution by visiting www.redcross.org.